John Caldigate, Volume II of II by Anthony Trollope, Fiction, Literary

John Caldigate navigates complex relationships with family and friends, particularly with a banker and his daughter, while pursuing love and fortune. His adventures lead him to Australia, where he engages with unsavory characters in a quest for gold. Against the odds, he successfully strikes it rich and returns to England, showcasing his resilience and luck in both love and fortune. The story highlights themes of ambition, romance, and the challenges of personal connections.